Governor's 2027 Budget Includes Addressing Homeless Veterans

WBJB | By Michele McBride

Published March 12, 2026 at 6:53 AM EDT

Several initiatives were mentioned this week, including help for veterans

This budget includes $11 million for the existing Bringing Veterans Home initiative, which has successfully adopted strategies to transition homeless veterans from temporary housing placements to stable, permanent housing solutions. Governor Sherrill anticipates the Departments of Community Affairs and Veteran Affairs reaching all known homeless veterans this year.

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Michele McBride

I’ve had my dream job of waking up with all the great listeners and members of Brookdale Public Radio since January 3, 2005. Prior to this job, I began my career in radio at NJ 101.5 FM as a producer. From there, I took time off from radio to do other things. (including becoming a mom!)

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